Bikepacker’s Guide to Exploring Girona’s City Walls & Highlights
Girona is a legendary cycling hub, and an ideal stop for adventure cyclists — but when it comes to the iconic city walls, it’s best to go on foot.
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🧱 City Walls – No Bikes Allowed
The Muralles de Girona are beautiful but narrow, steep, and stair-heavy — not suitable (or allowed) for bikes. Lock up at Jardins dels Alemanys or nearby and take a relaxed walk. The views over the terracotta rooftops and cathedral towers are stunning, especially at sunset.
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📍 Must-See Highlights (Walkable once parked):
• 🏰 Girona Cathedral – Towering over the old town
• 🕍 Jewish Quarter (El Call) – Atmospheric, maze-like, full of history
• 🌉 Eiffel Bridge – Red iron footbridge built by Gustave Eiffel’s team
• 🧖♀️ Arab Baths – Quiet, cool, and centuries old
• 🌿 Jardins dels Alemanys – Green space right by the wall trail, great for a break
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🔧 Recommended Bike Shops for Adventure Cyclists:
1. The Service Course
• 📍 Luxury-level gear, but also caters to serious bikepackers
• 🎒 Carries bags, tools, nutrition & staff can offer route intel
• theservicecourse.cc
2. Bike Break Girona
• 📍 Friendly, down-to-earth shop with gear and rental support
• 🛠️ Great for last-minute fixes or parts
• bikebreaks.com
3. Girona Cycling Center
• 📍 Centrally located, solid gear selection, adventure-ready focus
• 🚴 Offers luggage storage and mechanics if you need servicing
• gironacyclingcenter.com